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The Commodity Supplemental Food Program is the only USDA Nutrition program that provides a monthly package of healthy, nutritious food specifically for low income seniors. Food package includes: cereal, fruit juice, protein items, shelf stable milk, peanut butter, pasta, cheese, and canned fruits and vegetables

A free, confidential volunteer service whose purpose is finding help and answers for people in need in the East Bay area. Emergency food, children's clothing, transportation for medical needs. East Bay area only. Located below library. **Holiday baskets and toys for East Bay residents only.**

A 7,700 seat multi-purpose facility that can host family entertainment, concerts and other community events. Home to URI Men’s and Women’s Basketball programs, along with athletic department offices.

Anchor Bay at Pocasset offers multiple levels of care so our residents can age in place. Respite care provides the peace of mind of on-site care staff, prepared meals, and enrichment opportunities, without the long-term commitment.

Provides fire safety and fire prevention services to Charlestown residents. Charlestown Fire District operates 2 stations: 4377 South County Trail (Charlestown-Richmond Station) and 4258 old Post Road (Cross Mills Station).

Our mission is �to provide optimal care and services to individuals confronting dementia, and to their caregivers and families�through member organizations dedicated to improving quality of life.� AFA and/or our member organizations offer all or most of the following services: Licensed/certified social workers. Professionals offer vital information and counseling to those affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Resource and referral centers. Knowledgeable staff provides information and links to community resources, healthcare professionals, social services and other support. Educational conferences and workshops. They are presented in English as well as in other languages to reach ethnic populations. Identification programs. Bracelets and state-of-the-art technology, such as Project Lifesaver's wristband transmitters, help with the identification and safe return of wanderers. Early-stage and middle-stage programs. These include social and intellectual stimulation programs and support groups for individuals in the early and middle stages of dementia. Social-model adult day services. These programs provide cognitive stimulation and recreational therapies to individuals in various stages of the disease. Family-oriented services. Support groups and bereavement groups are available for caregivers and other family members. Respite programs. In-home respite care and overnight respite programs are designed to provide temporary relief for family caregivers. Telephone "buddy" programs. Staff or volunteers, many of whom have been caregivers themselves, support and educate caregivers. Caregivers can call into a telephone support network, Care Connection, each week. Memory screenings. These free, confidential screenings are administered to those concerned about memory loss, with the goal of early detection. Books, DVDs, products and equipment. These are made available to educate families and healthcare professionals, and to meet essential care needs and improve quality of life for those with dementia.

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Services: 120 bed, licensed nursing facility for men and women providing extensive nursing care, physical, occupational, speech and recreational therapies, activities, dental services, social services, services for stroke patients and patients with Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's disease, ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) and osteoporosis. Daily chapel services.

RICAODD provides a statewide helpline and operates nine recovery houses in Cranston, Pawtucket and Portsmouth.

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment.

Washington Hill Apartments is subsidized housing for seniors 62+, handicapped or disabled.

The students of George J West will reach their full potential and be productive citizens.

Behavioral Health Link is a comprehensive program to service individuals who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis (mental health and/or substance abuse use) by establishing a community based, 24/7 hotline and triage center. BH has 5 treatment bays and can assist 8-10 individuals at one time. BH Link provides immediate treatment and help for people and connect them to appropriate care, 24/7 with access to the following services: Crisis Management and Stabilization Clinical Assessment System Navigation Emergency Medication Prescribing Psychiatric Consultation Services Peer Support Mobile Crisis Unit Continued Engagement and Connection to Follow-Up Services Connections to Treatment and Recovery Support Connections to Recovery Housing Care Management Skilled Nursing

Dorcas International provides client-centered services, advocacy and opportunities in family literacy and adult education, employment services, refugee resettlement, translation, interpretation, U.S. citizenship and immigration services. It operates out of two campuses providing services to the community including Immigration and Citizenship services, Refugee Resettlement, the Clothing Collaborative, English as a Second Language programs, and Interpreting and Translating services.

Age Details: Cub Scouts: 7-10 years of age Boy Scouts: 11-18 years of age Explorers and Venturers: 14 - 21 years of age; open to young men & women Promotes and administers the scouting program for boys, including Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and co-educational young adult programs. Assists institutions sponsoring scout units; trains volunteer leaders, conducts year-round and summer camping programs. Operates Boy Scout resident camp, Cub Scout resident camp, day camps for Cub Scouts and family camping programs. VOAD Contact: Bill Remington, [email protected] Income Source: Endowments; designated gifts; Friends of Scouting

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Federal program that provides a box of nutritious shelf stable foods to seniors’ age 60+ who have an income at or lower than 130FPL.

Age Details: Cub Scouts: 7-10 years of age Boy Scouts: 11-18 years of age Explorers and Venturers: 14 - 21 years of age; open to young men & women Promotes and administers the scouting program for boys, including Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and co-educational young adult programs. Assists institutions sponsoring scout units; trains volunteer leaders, conducts year-round and summer camping programs. Operates Boy Scout resident camp, Cub Scout resident camp, day camps for Cub Scouts and family camping programs. VOAD Contact: Bill Remington, [email protected] Income Source: Endowments; designated gifts; Friends of Scouting

Services: The department is comprised of six divisions designed to inform, entertain and enrich the lives of those who participate : ** Adult Day Services--Professionally designed programs to meet the needs of frail individuals with physical and/or cognitive impairments. Professional staff consists of registered nurses, a case manager, physical therapy assistant and certified nursing assistants. Therapeutic programs include music, art, physical, occupational, speech, aroma, pet therapy. Recreational activities include crafts, painting, exercise, gardening, Tai Chi and Yoga for elders. Intergenerational programs with local schools provide enrichment opportunities for both young and old alike. Support and Referral Services for each participant and their families, coordination with physicians and other service providers. Cost is based on a sliding fee scale. Licensed by the RI Department of Elderly Affairs. **Nutrition--Provides hot, nutritious, homemade lunches served at 11:45am, Monday through Friday. Snack bar with freshly baked goods, soups and much more. Night Life--Dinners, Thursday at 5pm in the Spring and Fall. **Programs--Offers activities that enable seniors to expand their horizons, enrich their lives and pursue a variety of interests. Our programs promote wellness, health maintenance, personal dignity and self worth. Individual needs, interests, skills and abilities are addressed through a variety of stimulating educational, social and health activities to improve the quality of life. **Retired Senior Volunteer Program--Allows anyone 55+ years of age the opportunity to help make the community a better place to live by sharing themselves with others. Participants gain personal satisfaction by serving at a public or non-profit agency. They also have fun by participating in interesting and rewarding experiences. Seniors serve from one to 40 hours a week; RSVP provides guidance and support, transportation, meals and insurance for all volunteers. Social Services--A caring staff of professional case managers and a Community Elder Information Specialist is available to provide support and counseling to seniors and their families, provide access to a network of service providers throughout the city and state, assist with the many available services, offer comfort and compassion, visit homebound seniors to assess and case manage, coordinate Support Groups such as Widow/Widower; Arthritis; Reminiscence. Our staff is available to speak to your community organization on a wide variety of issues. ** Transvan, (401) 943-3341--You don't have to be dependent on your family. Transvan, our daily transportation system for 60+ and/or disabled Cranston residents is available to provide transportation anywhere in Cranston, Monday through Friday. Provides shuttles to nearby malls and local markets. Provides transportation to doctors, nursing homes and hospitals in Providence, North Providence, Johnston and Warwick by appointment.

The Workers' Compensation Division monitors the workers' compensation system, ensuring that appropriate documents are filed to protect injured workers and employers, that claims are paid correctly, that all required employers have insurance coverage, and that insurance carriers report policy information to the Division. The Division also compiles information about injuries and costs, provides educational services, and investigates fraud. The Robert F. Arrigan Rehabilitation Center provides physical and vocational rehabilitation services for injured workers.

Support group programs: Insight- a support group for those with visual impairments) meets quarterly. Alcoholics Anonymous meets Sunday-Saturday at 7:30am in the triple room, Mondays at 7pm, Tuesdays at 6pm, and Fridays at 7pm. Women's group: meets on Wednesdays at 10am, and a men's only group that meets on Wednesday at 7pm. New members are welcome to attend, regardless of Center membership. Narcotics Anonymous meets Saturdays at 10:00am in the conference. New members are welcome to attend, regardless of center membership. Al-anon for family members of those attending AA meetings, meets Fridays at 7:00pm in the conference room. New members are welcome to attend, regardless of Center membership.

A coalition of agencies and individuals who provide services to or are concerned about homeless individuals and families. The Rhode Island Coordinated Entry System (CES) is a partnership of all of the homeless providers in the state and is initiative of the Rhode Island Continuum of Care. The day to day operations of this program are led by the Rhode Island Coalition for the Homeless and Crossroads Rhode Island. Connects landlords with landlord incentive program through Crossroads

Elmhurst Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a stately 4-story skilled nursing facility conveniently located adjacent to Roger William and Providence VA Hospitals.

Services: A national voluntary health organization whose mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. Founded in 1938, the March of Dimes funds programs of research, community services, education and advocacy. Income Source: Public contributions; fund raising events; bequests.